This man is suspected of trying to rob a betting shop.

Detectives released this footage after the raid at Ladbrokes in Langney Road, Eastbourne, at 10.45am today.

He walked into the shop and handed over a note which said he had a gun and demanded money.

The shop assistant refused and the men fled. He was last seen walking away along Bourne Street.

He was white, in his late teens or early 20s, about 5ft 8in, with blue eyes.

He was wearing a grey jacket with wide lapels, a light woollen hat, dark trousers and a black scarf.

Anyone who saw him or has any information is asked to call Sussex Police on 0845 6070999 quoting serial 829 of December 23, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.